Scream If You Wanna Go Faster: The History and Science of Amusement Parks
Language: English
Published by Cicada Books, 2026
- Hardcover
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Hold on tight for a thrilling ride through the history of fairgrounds! Step right up for an all-access pass to the past, present and pulse-pounding mechanics of the fairground! This fascinating book uncovers the rich history of theme parks, from medieval charter fairs and Victorian steam-powered rides to the wild days of Coney Island and the opening of Disneyland. Meet the inventors who used physics to create heart-stopping thrills and discover the science behind the rides, including how steam engines work and why rollercoasters don?t need engines to soar. With clear explanations brought to life in Roozeboos? energetic illustrations, every page captures all the fun of the fair. This is the perfect gift for budding historians, scientists and thrill-seekers alike.
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- Title
- Scream If You Wanna Go Faster: The History and Science of Amusement Parks
- Author
- Peter Morris
- Publisher
- Cicada Books
- Publication year
- 2026
- Condition
- Good
- Binding
- Hardback
- Language
- English
- ISBN 10
- 1800660669
- ISBN 13
- 9781800660663
- Illustrator
- Roozeboos
Hold on tight for a thrilling journey through the history of fairgrounds!
Step right up for an all-access pass to the past, present, and pulse-pounding mechanics of the fairground. This fascinating book uncovers the rich history of theme parks―from the charter fairs of medieval England and the steam-powered wonders of Victorian times to the wild days of Coney Island and the magic of Disneyland. Meet the inventors and dreamers who turned the laws of physics into heart-stopping thrills. Discover the science behind fairground rides, including how steam engines work, why rollercoasters don't need engines to soar, and more.
With clear, engaging explanations brought to life through Roozeboos' vibrant, energetic illustrations, every page captures all the fun of the fair. This is a perfect gift for young historians, budding scientists, and thrill-seekers alike. Hold on tight and enjoy the ride!
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About the Author
Roozeboos (aka Anne Roos Kleiss) is a graduate of the Cambridge School of Art with an MA in children's book illustration. She has illustrated books for Blossom, Scholastic, Groundwood, and Pelckmans.
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